Qur'an

Alslaam Alykum,Is it haraam, (forbidden) to touch a device like the new i-pod that has the Qu?ran or any electric device that has the Qur?an when one is on her menstrual period so she could read and listen to it?  The whole text of the Qur?an shows on t he screen exactly like it?s in Katma, or Qu?ranic book.May Allah reward you for your help,inshallah.

is it halal, haram, liked, disliked or allowed (mubah) to charge a fee (money) for teaching the Holy Quran and tajweed?

While doing some research, I found that there were some websites saying that there are grammar changes in the Qur'an. Is this true? Thank you!

Salam Walekum Wa Rhametula Wa Berekatu, May Allah reward you all for our intentions. I am revert and I have been attracted by many qualities of islam on of them being the fact that the original revelation has reached us. I have recently come across a new point made by people that there are manuscripts in Yemen that disprove the Quran's Authenticity, I have also learnt that doubt is considered as a disease of the heart, this is why I write to you because I know that the Quran has been preserved but I would like help in understanding what they propose. What does this 'discovery' in Yemen say about the Quran? and how do I answer question brought forth from this?

please tell me in the quraan allah speaks of of himself as we no i ,why is this?

Sir, I am a Jew and in reading the Qur’an, I find that it is very harsh in its criticism of the Jewish people. For example in Chapter 5: 60-64 I see that Jewish people are called as those whom Allah has cursed, is angry with them and has turned them into apes and swine. This is very offensive and it sounds outright anti-Semitic. How do you explain this? Anticipating your answer please!

The Qur'an says that a woman is like a field for you, so go to them in every way you like. Does that mean that the woman is an object for the man, and that the woman is only there for the man to have intercourse and fun with? Why is the woman a field for the man? Why does the Qur'an most of the time speak to men and not to women as well?

Assalam-o-Alaikum I am a born Muslim fortunately but my problem is that I see so many sectc in Muslims and I wish to find the right one. I try to understand Quran but I am amazaed when I find some laws in Sharia which are contradictory to Quran's orders. I will put one example hereWhen Quran tells us the punishment for "Zina", it does not diffferentiate among sinners. No distinction is made among married or unmarried "zaani/zaaniah" and the punishment is stated as lashes.In our present sharia however it is believed that this punishment is only for unmarried sinners and for married sinners it is stone to death. The basis of this discremination is from the book of Hadith.My problem is that I believe that Quran is the only 100% authentic set of rules from Allah. Whtever else is, it is not sure that it has reached us as it was original. Even contents of books of Hadiths are not 100% sure as no one including Allah, Rasoolullah or the compilers of books claim those to be 100% sure.Definitely whatever is from Rasool, it is to be followed but after it is pro ved to be 100% sure from Rasool. For me it is difficult to believe that Rasoolullah made this ammendment in the punishment for Zina. If he would have done, he must have made arrangement for the documentation of any such ammendment. But as I know, this was not recorded till the compilation of Hadith books. Such an important matter, an extension or ammendment in the order of Allah's words, if from Allah or Rasool (of coure Rasool did not do anythinng himself rather he obeyed Allah), why it has not been recorded by Rasool, Khulafa-e-Rashideen or any responsible person but only by a scholar after more than two centuries.Can any scholar/alim please answer my confusion? May Allah lead me to His true way and the real Islam.Regards

Asalam Alaikum My question is that when we recite an open Quran do we need to have wudu?  Or is it ok being clean and washing our hands before touching the Quran?

Dear Scholars,Assalam AlekumWhy is the name Hawwa (Eve) not mentioned in the Qu’ran? Why must Islamic scholars rely on Judaic and Christian scriptures to deduce that “his wife” (as referred to in the Qu’ran) is Hawwa?even though Muslims respect these Ancient Scriptures, why must there be a reliance on the Old and New Testament, which is rejected by Muslims precisely because they believe that the Jews and Christians changed their scripture.then, why not assume that they gave a name “Hawwa” to the unnamed wife of Adam as it appears in the Qu’ran, just like they believe Isaac was sacrificed, and not Ishmael. Why must we rely on these sources for Creation stories?My last question is, how is it that Adam is considered the first prophet if he was the first man? The fact that he disobeyed God and was ejected from Eden does not seem to fit with the idea of him being a Muslim or "submitter."Thank you for your time and patience. Jazak Allah Khayrun

Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. We know that Allah has promised to preserve the Qur'an, unlike the Gospel, Torah, etc., and that it has been preserved until this day in its entirety. The problem is that I am hearing there are false copies of the Qur'an being made and spread, I think in Iraq, and that the Islamic curriculum is being distorted. If this is true, doesn't this contradict the idea of the Qur'an being preserved by Allah until the last day? What are we to do? Jazakum Allahu khayran.

Assalamo Alykum: Is it permissible to kiss the Quran either before or after reading JAK

salam alaikum,i understand that reciting the quran during menstruation is allowed, does it mean memorizing them (new ayah/ surah)is also permissible? jazakallahu khair

Is it necessary to cover one?s head while reciting the Quran?  Can a woman recite the Quran on the internet if she is in her menstruation cycle?

Salam, Is it permissible for a woman, during her menstruation, to recite Quranic surahs online on websites, as she cannot touch the (book)Holy Quran?

A man had a quarrel with his wife. In the heat of arguments, he swore by the Qur'an that he would take a second wife. However, he has no intention to fulfill it. Should he be penalized with kaffarah for not fulfilling his vow?

Assalamu Alaikum.  As we know, the Quran is the direct speech of Allah (SWT) to humankind.  This is very obvious when many verses refer to Allah (SWT) from the first-person (i.e., "I"/"We" etc).  However, there are also many verses where Allah (SWT) is referred to in the third-person (e.g., "He"/"Allah").  Why is this?  Is it still Allah speaking?  Or is it angel Gabriel speaking (of course, being inspired by Allah(SWT)?).  I hope you can clarify this question.  Thank you & Assalamu Alaikumnote: I am not saying nor do I believe that Quran is from Gabriel.  I just want to know why third-person is used in some of the verses instead of first-person.

Assalamualaikum, Why does Allah SWT called himself as "He" or "We" in the Qur'an? There is a non-Muslim acquaintance that interprets this as the trinity. I'm unable to give him a reasonable explanation. Please be kindly help me with this issue. Thank you.Salaam,

As-salaamu alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa BarakatuhDear brotherI my community when somebody dies we read quran, surah baqra, surah yaseen and so on some certain number of times. If somebody is facing any health or other kinds of problem we say ya salaamo or ayate karima certain number of times. If somebody is shifted in a new house they invite other people to read and finish a quran for Allah?s blessings. Now my question is that is it according to Islamic teachings. I read in a book that our prophet (SAW) didn?t use to follow this practice whenever somebody died in his era. He use to pray for that persons forgiveness but not to read quran and some surahs. Is this bidah. And if I was invited to someone?s house for this should I go or simply make an excuse.My second question is that my husband is working for a conventional bank. We read the fatwas on your site and he too was with me. He is taking care and avoiding as much as possible not to involve himself with the interest based transactions. Allah has been kind to us and my husband has now been promoted to a seat where he is basically doing people management. Now my heart keeps on troubling me that what if he involves himself with interest based transactions. Our riziq becomes impure and so our prayers and istighfar won?t be accepted. This thought also troubles me as there is a difference of opinion between the scholars on working in a conventional bank. I want to perform hajj but then again I get worried that what if our earnings are not from a desirable source. Allah says that he guides the ones who seek guidance. Now what if the opinions of the scholars who say that working for a conventional bank is not permissible is my guidance and I am taking an easy way out. I do try to ask my husband when he tells me about any transactions that involve him that are they interest based or not. Sometimes I get worried that he might start getting upset with my continuous asking. Now what should I do? What should be my role as a wife? What should I do w ith my trouble thoughts? Please help me out.One more thing which I want to ask you is that my daughter is 7 years old. Now to teach her the prayers what I am doing is that whenever I am praying I ask her to join me. I say the whole prayer loudly so that she can hear it. Is this the correct way? If not how should I teach her because after school and her ho,ework she is not left with much of time. And what about my prayers? If what I am doing is incorrect will my prayers be accepted?ThanksJazak Allah Khair.

Asalamu alaikum wa ramatullah wa barakatu, my name is Saeed and im an aboriginal australian convert to Islam, my tribal name is Duanguan Yirrim-Yirrim. My question is in regards to writing a copy of the noble Quran, i wish to handwrite the Quran as a gift to give to a muslim family that was very generous to me when i first converted. Are there any du'a or advice you are able to give me?

Assalam alikom wa rahmatullah wa baraktuhmy question is about the Quran,and if non-muslims are allowed to touch/hold it.i mean the original arabic copy not the translation,as i gave one of the non-muslim friends a copy of the arabic Quran as a gift,i wanted to know if i'm required to tell them about ghasul and wudu before holding it,or it doesn't matter as they are not muslims?thanks.

AsalamalikumMy father has recently passed away and I would like to know that if one reads the Quran in English transliteration is it accepted by Allah swt. ALso can the chapters of the Quran be submitted towards the khatam for the deceased and if so will his soul receive 'Suhaab' equalling the same as if the quran was read in arabic script.ThankyouAllah Hafiz

Dear Scholars and all sisters/brothers, Assalamu alaykum.all Scholars agree there is no way to justify the marriage of a Muslim woman with a non-Muslim man even if the woman works and provides for herself and the husband lets her practice her faith in every aspect of her life. According to the Qur?an: "Nor marry (your girls) to unbelievers/idolaters until they believe: A man slave who believes is better than an unbeliever/idolater, even though he allures you. Unbelievers do (but) beckon you to the Fire. But Allah beckons by His Grace to the Garden (of bliss) and forgiveness, and makes His Signs clear to mankind: That they may celebrate His praise" (Al-Baqarah 2: 221). But does this verse include the People of the Book as well? It is still not clear to me if the term ?unbeliever? includes the People of the Book as it looks like in other verses there is a clear distinction. Can you please shed light on this? Also, Scholars agree a married woman that converts to Islam should leave her husband if he doesn?t convert too (even if they have kids and the husband lets her practice her faith). To me it is not clear why Allah would like a family to break up like this. Am I a sinner if I don?t agree with the Scholars especially because the Quran doesn?t mention the case of a convert? Please note I?m married to a Muslim man. I?m a convert to Islam, alhamdulilah, and although I accepted the Quran, it?s still hard to me to accept ALL Scholars? point of views: I know they are respectable Muslims that have been studying Islam all their life but they are human beings like me that can make mistakes and cannot be sure about the TRUE and UNIQUE interpretation of Allah (SWT)?s words.  Jazakum Allah khairan.

In the sourat of Meriem (allayha Es salam), Allah (Tabaraka oua Taala) says: "28- Oh sister of Aaron! Thy father was not a wickedman nor was thy mother a harlot. 29 - Then she pointed to him. They said how can we talk to one who is in the cradle, a young boy?"

In part of Imam Qurtubi's introduction he says that the quran should not be done with quavering and intoning. He quotes hadith and other proofs. Could you please tell me if these hadith are weak and if his opinion is strong?

Respected scholars, As-salamu `alaykum. I am fasting and working from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Can I read Qur'an at lunch time? Jazakum Allahu khayran.

As-salamu `alaykum. I am a member of a da`wah (inviting people to Allah) group calling both non-Muslims and Muslims to Islam; we translate beneficial articles and books and so on, for the benefit of those who do not know the language they were originally written in. Some members of our group translate Arabic into English. I, in turn, translate the translated text into Danish. I cannot translate from Arabic to Danish, because I do not speak Arabic.However, a friend of mine said that it might be risky to do such a thing, because I translate some of the Qur’anic verses into Danish from the English text. He advised me to stop translating this way, or wait till I can translate more professionally in the future. However, I am not sure. Should I continue translating - with the intention of seeking Allah's pleasure, thus, guiding people - or should I stop translating, because of the risk of mistranslating the Qur’an? As a learned scholar, what would you advise me to do; should I continue translating or not?

Asalamu Aleykum W. W. What is the differences... if i want to recite the Quran or I listen to it... is it the same or differences in  rewards. Will it serve the same purpose if I wanted to recite Sura Baqara in my room...instead i turned on my computer and played the Sura  Baqarah while i listen.thank you all

Is it necesssary to wear the headscarf for referring the Quran only- that is, just to see a particular verse or refer for a clarification of doubt on any matter? And is it always necessary for a woman to be in wudu while touching the Quran? Jazak Allah Khair.

I am very interested in the Qur’an and I have several questions regarding it:1. Muhammad (SAW) received the Qur’an not in order. So, how was it arranged in such order as in our mushaf now and then? 2. How the names of the Surahs were given? 3. As far as I am concerned, during the time of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), there was no mushaf. So, how can there exist such a ruling that some people can touch the mushaf and some people cannot?Thanks in advanced.

I once heard that in the Quran it is writtten that 3, 7 nd 9 anr lucky numbers. is this true? is beleving in lucky numbers a sin like believing in omens?

Dear scholars of Islam, As-Salaam `Alaykum wa Rahmatullah wa Barakatuh. I believe that the root-cause of Muslims’ agony nowadays is their indifference to the Qur’an. Please, comment on this serious issue by stating the duties of the Muslims towards the Qur’an.

As-Salamu `alaykum. A friend of mine keeps on visiting her cousin's grave saying that she is trying to deal with the loss of such a close relative. My question is, does Islam advise and encourage people to visit graves and recite the Qur’an there?

As-salaamu `alaykum! I am a Muslim from Kazakhstan. Some time ago I got acquainted with the 19 miracle theory and I have to confess that it sounds to a great extent convincing ? especially the calculations connected to Basmalah: really impressive and very easy to check (!) for everybody.however, there is an issue making me really upset. Dr. Edip Yuksel in his book ?Above it is 19? insists (as Dr. Rashad Khalifa did, too) that the last two ayahs of the surah ?at-Tawbah? (9:128-129) do not belong to the Qur?an. One of the most interesting arguments are is the existence of a narrative according to which a serious controversy took place when these two ayahs were being added to the Qur?an ? later than the main part of this surah. First of all, ?Ali bin Abi Taleeb was so much indignant that even refused to take part in the election of the first Khalifah, Abu Bakr. However, his opinion was not finally taken into consideration. So, my question is: Please, could you give me information ? as detailed as possible ? about, - FIRST, whether or not such a controversy really did place in history and, - IF YES, what kind of arguments were used by both sides and how was it finally provedthat the ayahs 9:128-129 do really belong to the Qur?an? - BESIDES, whether or not some independent investigation of the (hypothetical) mathematical structure of the Qur?an was ever made? (I mean, NOT by Dr. Rashad Khalifa?s backers or opponents?) I do realize to what extent serious a matter all of these are and WHAT is finally at stake.this is why I am asking you to give as more details as possible over both topics.thank you very much in advance. Jazakum Allahu Khayran.timur ? KAZAKHSTAN

As-salamu ?alaykum, Is surah or azan ringingtone allowed while inside the toilet especially if you on travel where placing the cellphone outside your body is difficult? Jazakum Allah kahiran

Assalamu'alaykum dear scholars,Is it necessary for women to cover their hair during quranic recitation (e.g. on a cd, or on tv), even though they are in their homes? JazakhAllah khayr

Dear respected scholars, as-salamu`alaykum. Is there any where in Quran ALONE about the number of Salat(namaz) must to be read for all muslims?

AAWRWB,Kindly explain verse 26 from Surah Al Araf.I ask because many of us believe it clearly says that althought physical garments are important to cover ones shame, still the inner cover is more important. Meaning it is more important that you are a righteous and pure person on the inside than the ouside. As you know not all muslims believe in the dresscode of hijab. I do not wish a lecture on that. I only want to deal with verse 26. I think being muslims we should also accepts differences in each other. Hence I ask for your opinion.

Dear scholars, As-Salaam `Alaykum. My question is: What is the best way to memorize the Qur’an? Can you also outline a schedule as to how to do it? After memorizing one Juz' does one need to revise the one memorized before moving forward? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. If I have my period, is it possible to read the Qur’an without touching the mushaf (book)? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `Alaykum. Dear Sir, I received the last answer to my question and was quite impressed. Thank you for providing such good information. Now, I will dare to ask another question. I know that without faith, knowledge is useless. I know that knowledge of the word of God that greatly proves and justifies one's faith and provides a firm foundation for worship. I have deeply desired to read the Islamic Toret, simply because I believe that it is the foundation for all other books. Yet, I do not know if I am qualified to see it or not.I have studied the Christian Torah for about 10 years. Therefore, I would find it a great honor to read this book. Please forgive my silliness and understand my desire to know more. I appreciate your help. Allah Hafiz.

I memorized 20 Paraah’s or Juz’ of the Qur’an. However, I left memorizing it. Some one told me that I have to memorize all what I have forgotten or I will go to Hell. Please help me. I am so busy and don’t have time to memorize. Is what the man told me concerning going to Hell true or false?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Ramadan is the month of the revelation of the Qur’an. Are there some tips you can suggest to help us benefit from our reading of the Qur’an? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. I am 18 years old now. When I was only 10, I was reciting the Qur'an once and then got up to offer salah (ritual Prayer), so I quickly went and put the Qur'an on top of a box inside the cupboard. After I finished my Prayer, I realized that the Qur’an had dropped to the floor. I asked my Lord for forgiveness and I still ask His forgiveness after every salah that I offer. Still, I am not at peace and want to offer my repentance once and for all! What should I do? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Sometimes, I download Islamic audio materials from the Internet to listen to lectures. When I am done with the audio, I want to delete it so that I can have some space on my computer, but I am hesitant because sometimes the lectures contain Qur’anic verses being recited. Is it okay for me to delete the audio files even though they contains Qur’anic verses?

Does reciting Surat Al-Muzzamil at Fajr help with sickness? If so, what is the proof? Are there any du`a' (supplications) that we can recite if children are sick? Does reciting Surat Al-Inshiqaq and then blowing on a child help with asthma?

Some people claim that they can cure the sick by using the jinn and reciting the Qur'an over water or some drink or even over some instruments such as knives. What is Islam’s point of view regarding this?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. I was a Christian before, and now I am confused about the definition of the Holy Spirit. What is the Holy Spirit according to Islam? I would like to know the meaning of the Holy Spirit specifically in surat al-Ma'idah (5: 110). Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum! Could you please shed more light on the meaning of the verse mentioned in Surat Ash-Sharh regarding the hardships that a Muslim faces in his life, and whether the verse is meant for all Muslims in general or only for Muslims who commit certain sins?

Dear scholars, As-salamu `alaykum. Could I please get some clarification on the practice of khatm, which involves gathering people together to read the entire Qur’an and make du`a’ (supplication) in the presence of a religious or pious pers on such as a hafiz (one who has memorized the Qur’an) with the belief that his presence might bring greater barakah (spiritual grace) to the gathering or believing that the du`a’ thus made will be more likely be carried by the angels and accepted by Allah. To my understanding, there is nothing wrong in a gathering where the Qur’an is recited; this is a good thing which, I understand, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) recommended and encouraged. However, the idea that having a pious person who has great Islamic knowledge present to bring greater barakah—is it bid`ah (innovation) and maybe a form of shirk, as it suggests that this person’s presence might bring us closer to Allah or may bring greater blessings from Him? Also, could I get clarification about the practice of gathering for khatm, where after having read the Qur’an and offering a du`a’ for the deceased, they offer food and people eat the same while believing that such food has been blessed. Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `alaykum. May Allah reward you all with best of reward on helping us understanding our religion better by clarifying issues for us. My question this time is: Is a non-Muslim allowed to touch the Qur'an? I am asking this, because once I was reading the Qur'an in the class and my teacher was curious about it, and she put her fingers on the page I was reading, it wasn't a translated text of the Qur'an, I didn't want to yell at her or even tell her in a nice way "you can't touch this book, because you are not a Muslim". I was afraid at the time that doing so will make the picture of Islam more worse to her, at the same time I didn't feel right to the way I behaved to the situation!Usually, when we make Da`wah, we give the non-Muslim a copy of the Qur'an, and I know usually it is the translation even though he/she could put his/her fingers on the Arabic scripture!. What about a non-Muslim Arab who doesn't need the translation to understand the Qur'an? Can you explain to me what is the right tafsir for this verse: "In a Book well-guarded, Which non shall touch. But those who are clean. A Revelation from the Lord. Of the Worlds." (Al-Waqi`ah:78-80)Would you please enlighten me more regarding this issue?

Dear Sheikh, as-Salamu `alaykum wa Rahmatu Allah wa Barakatuh. Could you, please, furnish me with what the Qur'an says about the phenomenon of sexual deviance?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Is it OK to try to memorize the Holy Qur'an by reading its transliteration in the Latin alphabet? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum wa Ramatullah wa Barakatuh! I have a question relating to the credibility of the first source of Shari`ah, the Qur'an. How can you refute the claim spread by non-Muslims that the Qur'anic law was compiled from the previous scriptures? Jazakum Allah Khairan!

Dear brothers, as-Salamu `alaykum. Does reading the Qur’an help in curing illness?

What is meant by “women past childbearing” mentioned in the Glorious Qur’an?

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. My question is that I have heard that the Qur’an was written down or compiled ten years after the death of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Is it true?This question was addressed to me by one of my Christian classmates, and he said that if the Qur’an was not written at the time of Prophet Muhammad, then how is that you believe that it is the true word of God, because it was sent to Prophet Muhammad but when it was compiled he was not there, so how do Muslims believe in it.I told him that the Companions of Prophet Muhammad memorized the Qur’an during his lifetime and then compiled it. But he needed more details and proof. Now my question here is, can you provide me with a good proof and explanation so I can explain the issue to him in a better way? I will be really thankful. Jazakum Allah khayran.

Respected Sheikhs, As-Salamu `alaykum. Why is Allah referred to in the Qur'an by the masculine pronoun, "He", when Allah is neither man nor woman? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear Sheikh! As-Salam `Alaykum. Jews have played a considerable role throughout the history, before and after the advent of Islam. The Qur’an referred to them in many places. What, according to the Qur’an, are the main characteristics and qualities of Jews?

Is it bid`ah (innovation) to kiss the Glorious Qur'an when opening and closing it?

Dear scholars, As-salamu `alaykum. I am trying to learn more about Islam and would like to know whether, according to Sunni Islam, it is permitted for people who must not touch the Qur’an, e.g. non-Muslims, to read it in their minds without pronouncing it and listening to it. As for wet food, does it become forbidden to be eaten if touched by a something impure (a leather jacket, skin of a non-Muslim etc.)? I hope that you can help me. I thank you with all my heart.

As-Salamu `alaykum. I have a question for you that may seem blasphemous. Nevertheless, I have to ask it. I was born into and grew up in a very happy Muslim family. I went to school and accepted pretty much everything I was taught. However, over the past few years I have been questioning whether Islam is a true faith or simply just my inherited faith. I have been reading about many religions, not to convert but simply to understand and learn. While researching religion, I have been reading the Qur’an and authentic Hadith.Now here is the potentially blasphemous part. I am wondering if parts of the Qur’an were not written by Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) himself. I notice that on a few occasions when something was worrying him personally, a verse was revealed in his favor. For example: “O ye who believe! Enter not the Prophet's houses--until leave is given you--for a meal, (and then) not (so early as) to wait for its preparation; but when ye are invited, enter; and when ye have taken your meal, disperse, without seeking familiar talk. Such (behavior) annoys the Prophet; he is ashamed to dismiss you, but Allah is not ashamed (to tell you) the truth. And when ye ask (his ladies) for anything ye want, ask them from before a screen: that makes for greater purity for your hearts and for theirs. Nor is it right for you that ye should annoy Allah's Messenger, or that ye should marry his widows after him at any time. Truly such a thing is in Allah's sight an enormity.” (Al-Ahzab: 53)To me, this looks very personal to Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). It does not look like a universal message for millions of generations to come. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) didn't want guests that lingered and didn't want men to marry his wives—which is a trait of many possessive husbands—so a verse stating his wants was revealed.I seek refuge in Allah if I am wrong, but I fear that this may be the case. Please keep an open mind and answer this from your heart, that is, what you really think, not the standard Islamic rhetoric. Thanks for your efforts.

As-Salamu `alaykum, Sheikh! Would you please clarify to me the real stance of religious human rights in the Qur’an as I am preparing a paper on the issue and I want to see your personal opinion or that you deem right regarding this very issue? May Allah bless you all!

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. My grandmother reads the Qur’an together with the imam when he reads the Qur’an in Tarawih (supererogatory night prayer in Ramadan) on TV. Is it permissible to do so? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Respected Sheikh, As-Salamu `alaykum. I am a new convert to Islam and have a question about a certain practice I have observed regarding death. Female family members and friends get together and recite surat Yasin and pray other various prayers together. They keep praying and counting until they reach their target, then they eat (sometimes). I have heard that this is an innovation and not a proper practice. Please advise me with reference to hadith.

Is it permissible for Muslims to recite the Glorious Qur'an in a group, either in a mosque or at someone’s house, on behalf of the deceased M uslim? What about reciting Surat Yaseen in a group after the Juma`ah prayer in the mosque: is it permissible or not?

Can I create flashes or films using Qur’anic verses? What I mean is to add sequences of related photos to the verses just like the photos we see online including some Qur'anic words. Sometimes those photos are very helpful for da`wah activities.

Is a Muslim allowed to donate a Qu’ran to a public library? As a part of my da`wah activities, I would like to give copies of the Qur'an with English translation and commentary to my local library. I think this would be a perfect way to get non-Muslims to read the Qur'an, and with that they will be inspired by it and want to learn more about Islam. Maybe it would even bring them to Islam.But I do have concerns. I know that the Qur'an is an honored book, so I don't know if it is even allowed for me to put a Qur'an in the library where it is likely to be treated as any other reading book, getting wear and tear and not respected. If you don't agree, then please provide me with authentic evidence that says I can't, as that is important to me.

In Surat An-Nisaa’ verse 34 it says (in the way I understand it) that men can discipline their wives for moral and other things too. Exactly for what can he do that and why can’t the wife discipline him in other matters? Does this mean that women are less moral than men? And for what does the women have the last word at home? I also understand that the man can hit his wife when it is a matter of nushuz (recalcitrance). If he does then it should be slightly and not with the intention to harm her, also not on the face! Can you correct me if I am wrong and please shed light on the issue raised in the question? Thank you for your time.

Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. Which is better in Almighty Allah’s sight: reciting the Qur’an silently or aloud? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Dear scholar! I have heard that there are some repetitions in the Qur’an. To come clear, some non-Muslims claim that the Qur’an repeats some verses even without any significance as is the case in Sura Ar-Rahman. Please comment!

Dear Sheikh, As-Salamu `alaykum. My question is: in surat Al `Imran Allah says that He sent down the Book and some of its verses are clear while others are allegorical. What is the meaning of the verse 7 in surat Al `Imran?

3- I would like to know the correct understanding of a certain Qur’anic verses in Surat Al-Ma’dah in which Allah Almighty says: “To thee We sent the Scripture in truth, confirming the scripture that came before it, and guarding it in safety: so judge between them by what Allah hath revealed, and follow not their vain desires, diverging from the Truth that hath come to thee. To each among you have we prescribed a law and an open way. If Allah had so willed, He would have made you a single people, but (His plan is) to test you in what He hath given you: so strive as in a race in all virtues. The goal of you all is to Allah; it is He that will show you the truth of the matters in which ye dispute.” (Al-Ma’idah : 48)

As-salamu `alaykum. Can I give the Qur’an as a gift to someone? If that person does not read it will I still get a reward?

As-Salamu `alaykum. Can you tell me the reward for learning and memorizing the Qur’an?

Is it not a factor of the disintegration of the Muslim Ummah that there are deep differences in opinion among the Muslims though they believe in one God, follow one Prophet and have one heavenly Book (the Qur’an)?My question revolves around Allah’s Book. The Salafis, an influential sect among Muslims, adopt the view that the Shiites are apostates, claiming that the Shiites do not believe in the Qur’an that the Sunnis believe in. According to the Salafis, the Shiites’ claim that they believe in the Qur’an is a kind of taqiyyah (professing a certain belief to ward off the wrath of the authority). I argue that the Shiites no longer need to practice taqiyyah. Why they should do so when they have a state under their authority and can protect themselves? Moreover, they declare whatever opinions they hold even if these opinions anger the Salafis and Sunnis. Besides, if they have a Qur’an other than that which the Sunnis believe in, why is there no copy that is different from the Qur’an that is compiled and agreed upon all over the world? Above all, does not Almighty Allah say, and most truthful are His words: ‘‘We have, without doubt, sent down the Message; and We will assuredly guard it (from corruption)’’ (Al-Hijr: 9)?Would the claim that the Shiite sect has another Qur’an not contradi ct the meaning of this verse? How would the Qur’an be guarded against corruption if there is another version of it? I also wonder if the Shiites do not really believe in the Qur’an, why some eminent scholars have tried to bring the views of the Shiites and Sunnis close together? On what bases and for what reasons would this closeness be founded?However, there are some controversial questions that a fellow Muslim has raised in this regard. In fact, this fellow seems to be concerned with proving that the Shiites do not believe in the Qur’an. He argues thus:The Imamite Shiites are unanimous that they all believe in the authenticity of the Qur’an without denial of even a letter of it. We have no alternative but to believe what they say in this regard, but some questions are raised that cast doubt about their truthfulness in this respect. We are almost sure that their saying so is but a matter of taqiyyah I wish we may be wrong in this belief, but the points that make us doubt their truthfulness are worthy of consideration, and I hope they have answers for them. These points can be summed up as follows.First, the majority of the early Shiite scholars were reported to have declared that the Qur’an is incomplete. The Shiites tried to claim that the incompleteness meant here has to do with the interpretation of the Qur’an, not with the Qur’an itself, but the words their imams were quoted to have said in this respect do not support this claim.Second, one of their eminent scholars wrote a book in which he tried to prove that the Qur’an has been altered, and he cited more than 1,200 hadiths to assert this claim.Third, the Shiite scholar Al-Jazairi said point blank that the belief that the Qur’an has not been altered contradicts the hadiths whose various chains of narrators lift them to the degree of authenticity, and all these hadiths indicate the alteration of the Qur’an.Fourth, the Shiites accuse the Sunnis of altering the Qur’an, too. I read what one of their scholars wrote on this. According to this scholar, the Shiites tried to prove that the Sunnis’ compilation of the Qur’an was incorrect, and, moreover, reported the Sunnis as saying that the Qur’an is incomplete. I have disregarded their, for it is groundless. It is widely known that the Sunni scholars’ belief in the completeness of the Qur’an and the authenticity of its compilation are beyond doubt.This Shiite attitude raises a very serious question: If the Sunnis have altered the Qur’an, as they say, why do they declare that they unanimously believe in this Qur’an?The Shiites either lie about their accusing the Sunnis of altering the Qur’an, or they lie about their belief in it. I wonder which of these attitudes they really follow.This fellow’s argument may be somewhat controversial, but, in my opinion, the question he has raised really needs a detailed and clear answer.I know my question is long, and I am sorry for this. But I am really concerned about this issue and I hope you may provide me with a clear answer that will help me form my opinion in this respect, which, I believe, I will be brought to account for before Almighty Allah.I consider this issue serious, especially as I heard that a Muslim who calls another Muslim an apostate has become an apostate himself, and a Muslim who calls a person whose disbelief is clear a Muslim has also become an apostate.

As-Salamu `alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh. May you have a blessed Ramadan! I always hear people saying: Ramadan is the month of the Qur'an. I'd like to know why Ramadhan is described as the month of the Qur'an? Jazakum Allah khayran.

My Sheikh! As-Salaam `Alaykum! In a discussion with my non-Muslim friend, he raised a very important point which I could not answer. He asked: “If the Qur’an is the final testament of God, then it should include perfect guidance.” I nodded, yes. He continued: “Does the Qur’an contain reference to modern scientific discoveries?” Please help! Jazakum Allah Khairan!

bid`ah?

As-Salamu `Alaykum. If some one had an oath on Qur’an and broke his oath, how can he make his Kaffarah? 

As-Salamu `alaykum. What is the reality of the mathematical code 19 which they say it proves that the QUR’AN is a miracle?

Dear scholar, as-Salamu `alaykum! Could you explain why surat At-Tawbah does not start with the Basmallah ?

Dear scholars, Living in a world of theories and various explanations of every field of human activity, one may ask: “Where is Islam in all this?” I cannot find anything about the Qur’anic approach to history. What does Islam have to say on history? What is the concept of history in the Qur’an?

Dear Muslim scholars, As-Salamu `Alaykum wa Rahmatu Allah wa Barakatuh. Is covering the `Awrah necessary when one is reading the Glorious Qur’an. Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `Alaykum. Are there words of non-Arabic origin in the Qur’an? Can you tell me which words? I would be very thankfully for your help and may Allah give you reward for it!

As-Salamu `alaykum. Does one get reward for listening to the Qur’an? In today’s modern world, CDs of the Qur’an are easily accessible. Should one have wudu’ (ablution) to listen to them?

As-Salamu `alaykum. Does one need to have wudu' in order to read or handle a book containing a couple of surahs such as surat Yasin? Is this the same as one who handles the Qur’an?

As-Salamu `alaykum. I am sad to say that this is the first time that I have read the Qur’an, and I am reading it in English, so I am a little confused about something... I am only in the seventh surah and already I have read two verses that are said to have been ’abrogated’, ’cancelled’ or ’amended.’ Why, and how did the commentators/interpreters come to the conclusion that these verses were to be cancelled due to other verses? I find it hard to believe that anything in the Qur’an needs to be amended or cancelled! Could you please shed some light on this topic? Thank you.

Some people are trying to spread words against Qur'an. They say, "Muslims don't have the same Qur'an as was at the time of Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him)." They say, "Muslims have lost some parts of the Qur'an." Although they don't call themselves Shi`ah who believe, on the basis of a Hadith, that "There were originally 40 Juz' (parts) in the Qur'an, but now we are left with only 30 Juz'."; yet they believe the same. Before I could ask you questions, my view is that whoever says that some part of the Qur'an has been lost, says directly or indirectly that "Allah is lying" in Qur'an, when He says: "We, have without doubt sent down the Message and We Assuredly Guard it." (Al-Hijr: 9) "It is for Us to Collect (Compile) it a and to Recite it." (Al-Qiyama: 17) "There is No Doubt in it." (Al-Baqara: 2) QUESTION-1: Should these people (who indirectly say Allah is lying) be called Muslims? QUESTION-2: Should we believe such a Hadith as true which says that Muslims have lost a part of the Qur'an? QUESTIONS-3: If that Hadith is in a book that is written by a Muslim scholar, should we rely on such book? QUESTION-4: Should we listen to such scholar?

Dear scholars, as-salamu `alaykum. What is the significance of verse 255 of Surat Al-Baqarah? Is there any proof of the greatness of this verse? Jazakum Allah khayran.

As-Salamu `Alaykum, I want to know if it is permissible to read the Glorious Qur'an while lying down. I do this because when lying down I happen to read more of it than when sitting, and recently someone told me it is not right.

As-Salamu `alaykum. What is the explanation of the verse that reads: “Women impure for men impure, and men impure for women impure and women of purity are for men of purity, and men of purity are for women of purity: these are not affected by what people say: for them there is forgiveness, and a provision honorable.” (An-Nur: 26) I am asking because I have witnessed many marriages that do not conform with this verse?

Dear scholars, As-Salaam `Alaykum. I want to ask about the Hadith which states: “Who reads Surat al-Waqi`ah every night will never be poor.” Is this an authentic (Saheeh) Hadith? Jazakum Allah khayran.

I heard that Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said that in order for the Qur’an to say on the Day of Judgment that I have not abandoned it, I must have finished reading all of it at least once a month. Is that true? Also, when reading, do I have to read with tajweed or can I read normally like reading a magazine? My Arabic is poor, and reading with tajweed takes a long time. I would appreciate a brief answer.

As-Salamu `alaykum! I want to know the meaning of the disjointed letters in the Qur’an such as “Alif Lam Mim”.

The Qur'an was revealed in the form of separate verses upon Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). It was only at the time of the Caliph `Uthman Ibn `Affan (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Qur'an was collected in the order it is today. Can you please elaborate on who decided the current order of the Qur'an (I mean the order of the verses and the surahs (chapters) in the present form)? Can you also mention how it was all done? May Allah reward you for the service you are providing!

As-Salamu `alaykum. I am one of those unlucky men who did not read the Holy Qur'an. In fact, when I was young I read perhaps three surahs and after that I don't know what happened. My family is in Lahore where all my children have read the Qur'an. My question is whether I can read the Holy Qur'an in English or not. Please let me have your worthy opinion.

As-salamu `alaykum. Is it OK to recite the Qur’an without knowing the rules of tajwid? Thank you.

Dear Sheikh, As-Salamu `alaykum. Are there times in the day one should not recite Qur’an, just as there are times one should not offer optional Salah (prayer)?

Dear sir, I have a question to ask: Why didn't Allah choose to preserve the earlier messages (Torah, Gospel, etc.) the way He took upon Himself the task of preserving the accuracy and authenticity of Qur'an?